Great Barrier Reef 40 Minute Scenic Flight from Cairns

Discover the Great Barrier Reef from above on a 40-minute scenic flight. Enjoy breathtaking views and expert commentary. Book your aerial adventure now.

Duration: 40 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • GSL Aviation - Starting point
  • Great Barrier Reef - Bird’s eye view of Great Barrier Reef
  • Green Island - Aerial views of Green Island
What's Included
  • Guaranteed window seats
  • In-flight commentary
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off only from Cairns city centre area
  • 40-minute high wing aircraft scenic flight
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off outside Cairns city center area (eg, Palmcove, Yorkeys Knob)
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on a 40-minute scenic flight in our high-wing aircraft. Enjoy breathtaking views of Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef, Upolu Reef, Double Island, and Palm Cove. After exploring the Reef, the journey continues back to the mainland, offering spectacular views of the North Queensland coastline. With…

Location
GSL Aviation - Cairns
Royal Flying Doctor Street
If you are going to make your own way to the meeting point, please make sure to be on time for check-in 30 minutes prior to your tour.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Nantavatn
Apr 11, 2026
Great experience with amazing service - I really loved this place! The staff were very friendly and provided excellent service 🙏❤️❤️
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Elaine_w
Apr 9, 2026
An Amazing Experience - Very professional A knowledgeable pilot whose narrations were thorogh and insightful. Convenient pickup and delivery.
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Philomena_k
Apr 7, 2026
Very well organised. Pick... - Very well organised. Pick up and drop off at correct time. Guide and pilot were very helpful and knowledgeable.
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Passport15384902470
Mar 19, 2026
Excellent trip with friendly staff - Excellent trip with friendly staff
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Rodica_s
Mar 17, 2026
Another perspective! - Another perspective on the coral reef that perfectly completes the vovage by glass bottom boat and snorkeling. Very well organized activity with a transfer provided from Cairns to the place of flight and back. Knowledgeable staff, pleasant and smooth flight.
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Sara_d
Mar 13, 2026
Amazing - We had great confidence in our pilot! The reef was amazing - never seen anything like it! Only complaint is difficulty understanding pilot due to other noise from the airport traffic
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Stellapd8956cd
Mar 12, 2026
Trip of a lifetime - Trip of a lifetime. Ethan our pilot was excellent. My hubby got to sit in the co-pilot seat. Fabulous views of the reef.
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W3382kuricharda
Mar 11, 2026
Excellent trip - Excellent experience and highly recommended. Would recommend doing this before swimming on the reef. Shout out to our pilot Hanner.
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Moldovan
Feb 26, 2026
Once in a lifetime experience - The flight is just amazing over the reef, it is truly something spectacular that will leave you speechless. Our pilot Ben was great, you can see that he loves flying and has lots of fun facts about the reef and the history of it. If you fly with him you might have the change to be in the same plane as Matthew McConaughey as it was used in the filming of the movie Fool’s Gold. Greetings from Romania, Ben!
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Charles_p
Feb 23, 2026
Experience... - Exceptional experience, to do absolutely. Very friendly driver and the view of the Great Barrier Reef is beautiful
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From $206
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).